Nuisance Alarms - Kidde RF-SM-DC User Manual

Green LED: (continued)
ALARM MEMORY CONDITION - The LED will flash every second signifying that the
alarm sensed a smoke hazard. It will continue to flash every second until the test/reset
button is pressed, thus resetting the alarm.
HUSH MODE CONDITION - The LED will flash every 2 seconds while the alarm is in
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HUSH ® mode.
TESTING
TEST THE ALARM WEEKLY TO ENSURE PROPER OPERATION.
When testing, ensure that all units activate in response to a push to test from another unit.
This will verify that changes in your environment (i.e. moved furniture, addition of electronic
appliances) have not adversely effected the operation of your wireless system.
Remote Push To Test: Test your Kidde Wireless alarm system by activating the test button on
any Kidde Wireless alarm for a minimum of 5 seconds, or until all of the interconnected
alarms sound. When the other alarms respond, this verifies that both the alarms and the
interconnect system are functioning properly.
It may take up to 12 seconds for your Wireless interconnected alarms to enter alarm
mode in response to a remote push to test.
If the alarm does not sound, the unit may have defective batteries or other failure and you
should call Kidde customer service at 1-800-880-6788. If other interconnected alarms do not
produce an alarm signal check the fuse or circuit breaker supplying power to the alarm cir-
cuit. If the alarms still does not sound, see the trouble-shooting guide in section 12.
DO NOT use an open flame to test your alarm; you could damage the alarm or ignite com-
bustible materials and start a structure fire.
Erratic or low sound coming from your alarm may indicate a defective alarm, and it should
be returned for service (see Section 13).

5. NUISANCE ALARMS

Smoke alarms are designed to minimize nuisance alarms. Cigarette smoke will not normally
set off the alarm unless the smoke is blown directly into the alarm. Combustion particles
from cooking may set off the alarm if the alarm is located close to the cooking area. Large
quantities of combustible particles are generated from spills or when broiling. Using the fan
on a range hood which vents to the outside (non-recirculating type) will also help remove
these combustible products from the kitchen.
Kidde Wireless Battery Powered Smoke Alarm (model RF-SM-DC) has a HUSH
extremely useful in a kitchen area or other areas prone to nuisance alarms. For more infor-
mation, refer to Section 4 OPERATION AND TESTING. If the alarm does sound, check for
fires first. If a fire is discovered, get out and call the fire department. If no fire is present,
check to see if one of the reasons listed in Section 2 may have caused the alarm.
In rare occasions, interference from other electronic devices may cause nuisance alarms. If
you do get nuisance alarms, please refer to the trouble-shooting guide at the end of this
and each of your Kidde Wireless products' user's guides.
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